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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1948
Page
7
A Virginia News Service report from June 23 describes a five day transatlantic voyage to Europe aboard a liner. Passengers enjoy a library beauty shop deck games gymnasium swimming pool bingo concerts tea and dancing while lifts and stairs shuttle travelers.
A promotional notice from the Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau advertises a booklet titled DOGS by William Brown. The piece promises Lord Byron references and practical guidance on housebreaking bathing and Boston Terrier origin, with 33 leading breeds illustrated and AKC recognition list, available for 25 cents postpaid.
A June 23 notice from Richmond announces a new regulation requiring permits for commercial road entrances. Permits are issued by the State highway department and must meet minimum standards. violations carry penalties.
The document notes a misdemeanor and fine under Section 10 of the commission rules. It states no private driveway may be built until the drainage structures receive commission approval.
All persons over 14 must have a new license to fish or hunt after June 30. Licenses went on sale yesterday with higher prices from the recent legislature session. A combination hunting and fishing license exists but must be bought separately. Officials report little demand so far, with business expected to rise before July 1.
London June 23 labor government deploys troops to London wharves to unload perishable food cargoes halted by a 10 day wildcat dockers strike. Prime Minister Attlee states emergency action to safeguard food supplies for the public.
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